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'A shambles': Dan Evans launches furious attack on LTA after Wimbledon wild card snub

Dan Evans has labelled Britain's Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) "nothing short of a shambles," adding he feels it was a "total p***-take" he was denied a Wimbledon wild card before his retirement from the sport.

Sabalenka overcomes Kessler at Wimbledon, sets up Ostapenko clash

Top-seeded Aryna Sabalenka will play former French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko in a challenging last-32 matchup.

‘Nothing short of a shambles’: Dan Evans hits out at Wimbledon organisers after his final bow

Briton was refused wildcard for singlesEnds career with low-key doubles defeatBritain’s Dan Evans has accused the Lawn Tennis Association of “lacking the minerals” to tell him why he was not given a Wimbledon singles wildcard after calling time on his 20-year career. Evans was hoping to say goodbye with a final appearance in the men’s singles this year, after confirming he was retiring at the All England Club.Instead, he ended up bowing out on the lowly settings of Court 15 on Wednesday as he an...

Northampton & Bath handed tough Champions Cup assignments

Northampton and Bath will compete for points in the same tough Champions Cup pool next season, having been drawn alongside the Pretoria-based Bulls and Top 14 runners-up Montpellier, while Leicester will face Leinster, Bristol against Bordeaux-Begles, and Saracens and Exeter are in the same group.

'I was not utilised properly': Shardul's explosive claim on Gill-led Eng tour

India all-rounder Shardul Thakur expressed his disappointment over being "underutilized" during last year's Test series in England. He believes he could have made a significant impact had he been given more bowling opportunities, citing a "calculation error" in how he was used. Despite the missed chances, Thakur remains hopeful for future national team call-ups, emphasizing his readiness to contribute.

Chelsea sign Italy defender Palestra for £47m

Chelsea sign Italy defender Palestra for £47mImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Marco Palestra made his debut for Italy in the World Cup play-off match against Northern IrelandByNizaar KinsellaFootball reporterPublishedJust nowCommentsChelsea have completed the signing of Atalanta right-back Marco Palestra for a fee of about £47m, including add-ons.The 21-year-old has signed a six-year deal, with the option of a further year, and becomes the first arrival since Xabi Alonso's appointment as...

No signings, no sales - what is happening at Manchester United?

No signings, no sales - what is happening at Manchester United?Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, West Ham have agreed an £85m deal with Tottenham Hotspur for midfielder Mateus FernandesBySimon StoneManchester United reporterPublished2 minutes agoCommentsFor the second time in a week, Manchester United have missed out on a midfield target.On 25 June, Manchester City agreed a club record £116m deal with Nottingham Forest for United's first-choice Elliot Anderson.Now Tottenham have agreed to...

Alonso's start date revealed

Alonso's start date revealedImage source, Getty ImagesByNizaar KinsellaChelsea reporterPublishedJust nowChelsea have confirmed they will begin pre-season under new manager Xabi Alonso next Thursday.It marks the start of Alonso's tenure, although the Spaniard has yet to arrive at Cobham. Some of the club's new signings, including Dastan Satpaev from Kairat and Geovany Quenda from Sporting, have already begun preparations as have Chelsea's academy players.Some academy players — including Shim Mheu...

Sciver-Brunt confirms England return for South Africa semi-final

England captain Nat Sciver-Brunt has confirmed her return from injury for the ICC Women's T20 World Cup semi-final against South Africa on Thursday, live on Sky Sports.Sciver-Brunt reinjured her left calf after starring in the win over Ireland a fortnight ago and missed England's remaining group-stage matches against Scotland, West Indies and New Zealand as a result.

Haaland scores, then dons cowboy gear before unleashing his inner Viking

Norway's star striker Erling Haaland celebrated his team's FIFA World Cup Round of 16 qualification with a series of fun social media posts, including cowboy and Viking themes. His dramatic 86th-minute winner against Ivory Coast secured their spot, making him the fastest to 60 international goals for Norway. They now face Brazil in the next round.

The small Basque club that produced Arteta, Alonso and Iraola

The small Basque club that produced Arteta, Alonso and Iraola Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Xabi Alonso and Mikel Arteta will be meeting in the Premier League this seasonByNizaar KinsellaFootball reporterPublishedJust nowMikel Arteta, Andoni Iraola and Xabi Alonso have the distinction of managing three of the Premier League's biggest clubs, but their connection runs back to when they were eight years old sharing a gravel pitch for a tiny club in the Basque Country.With just seven mont...

Tour de France 2026: stage-by-stage guide to this year’s race

The team time trial returns as this year’s Tour starts in Barcelona for the first time in its historyThe first team time trial since 2019, past many of Barcelona’s prime tourist sites – La Rambla, Sagrada Familia – but with a novel format: riders’ times will be taken individually at the uphill finish. So rather than trying to finish four or five riders together, teams will wear out non-climbers early on, then have lighter men peeling off one by one in the finale – replicating the usual approach...

LeBron's Last Dance – what next for James after Lakers exit?

LeBron's Last Dance – what next for James after Lakers exit?Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, LeBron James made 487 appearances during his eight seasons with the Los Angeles LakersByJonty ColmanBBC Sport journalistPublished15 minutes agoCommentsAt the start of the 1997-98 season, then Chicago Bulls head coach Phil Jackson told his players that it would be their last as the dynasty that dominated the NBA throughout their decade.With NBA titles in 1991, 1992, 1993, 1996 and 1997, Jackson se...

'Everything was worth it' - Evans bids emotional farewell as career ends

Evans bids emotional farewell as career ends at WimbledonImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Dan Evans played his first professional match in 2006ByHarry PooleBBC Sport journalistPublished17 minutes agoDan Evans bid an emotional farewell to Wimbledon as his career came to an end after he and fellow Briton Henry Searle lost their men's doubles match.The 36-year-old announced in June that he would retire after the Championships, but he did not play in the singles after missing out on a wildca...

‘Would you say it to someone’s face?’ Ellen White on going from player to pundit

In this week’s newsletter we speak to the Lionesses’ record scorer, who has been inducted to the hall of fame at the National Football MuseumFor a generation of England fans she was the talismanic striker the nation could always rely on to find the net at a major tournament, scoring a record 52 goals for the Lionesses across her 113 caps. But now that it is her turn to live through the stress and tension of watching games, Ellen White personifies what she has always been deep down: an England fa...

Quiz: Name every team England have played in World Cup knockouts

Quiz: Name every team England have played in World Cup knockoutsByHuzaifah KhanBBC Sport journalistPublished2 minutes agoSince England's sole World Cup victory in 1966 they have had a mixed record in the tournament's knockout stages.Boss Thomas Tuchel will hope to replicate the famous side that lifted the Jules Rimet trophy at Wembley 60 years ago, but they will face stiff competition throughout this summer's tournament.How many previous sides can you name that the Three Lions have faced in Worl...

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dubbed 'almost unplayable' as England receive major warning

England faces a significant challenge if teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi debuts against them, according to former spinner Graeme Swann. Swann described the young batter as "almost unplayable" and noted that few bowlers have found success against him. While England's bowlers will be tested, Jofra Archer might possess an edge due to his IPL experience with Sooryavanshi. The highly anticipated debut follows Sooryavanshi's stellar IPL 2026 season.

Pick your England XI to face DR Congo at World Cup

Pick your England XI to face DR Congo at World CupImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Declan Rice is expected to start against DR Congo, according to BBC Sport senior football correspondent Sami MokbelPublished3 minutes agoCommentsIf Declan Rice starts as expected against DR Congo in the last-32 tie, who should drop out from the win against Panama?Would you continue with Marcus Rashford and Bukayo Saka out wide? Ensure Morgan Rogers keeps his place? And who should play right-back?It's decis...

Will Bronny James leave Los Angeles Lakers? Here’s what to know following LeBron James’ exit

LeBron James' decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers has sparked fresh questions about Bronny James' future, but current signs point toward the young guard remaining with the franchise. Bronny's fully guaranteed contract, steady development over his first two NBA seasons and affordable salary make him a valuable depth option as the Lakers transition into a new era built around Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves. While speculation persists about a potential reunion with LeBron on his next team, Los...

Summer Shakeup: Premier League 2026 Transfer Frenzy Unveiled!